Trump’s Top Advisers Joked About Seeking Political Asylum in Israel Amid Election Fears

Some of President Donald Trump’s top political advisers reportedly joked about seeking political asylum in Israel as concerns grew over a possible major Republican defeat in the U.S. midterm elections. The discussion reportedly took place during a private video meeting before the November 3 elections, according to a report by The New York Times.

According to the report, more than 24 political advisers and campaign strategists connected to Trump took part in the private video call six days before the midterm elections. During the meeting, they discussed the Republican Party’s political situation and the possibility of suffering major losses.

As concerns about the election outcome grew, Trump’s chief pollster, Tony Fabrizio, reportedly joked that they might have to seek asylum in Israel if things went badly for the party.

James Blair, a former White House adviser to Trump, also made a joke referring to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suggesting that at least Netanyahu had won and could protect them.

The report also said that the advisers made other jokes about the possibility of losing the election, including references to going to prison, receiving pardons and leaving the country.

The U.S. midterm elections were held on November 3. The Democratic Party made significant gains, securing major victories in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The results marked a major political setback for Trump and the Republican Party.

With Democrats gaining control of both chambers of Congress, Trump's administration could face greater challenges in passing legislation and advancing its political agenda.

the comments about seeking asylum in Israel were reportedly made as jokes during a private discussion. There is no evidence that the advisers actually applied for political asylum in Israel or made plans to leave the United States.